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Sestertius of Titus, struck c. AD 80-81 at an uncertain eastern mint.: CM.2361-2009

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Current Location: In storage

Titles

Sestertius of Titus, struck c. AD 80-81 at an uncertain eastern mint.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Titus (AD 79-81)
Mint: uncertain

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Notes

History note: From the estate of the late G. Pollard.

Measurements and weight

Diameter: 35 mm
Die Axis: 180 degrees
Weight: 26.01 g

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2009) by HM Goverment in lieu of inheritance tax

Dating

80 - 81

Materials used in production

Orichalcum

Techniques used in production

Struck

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.2361-2009
Primary reference Number: 229629
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Audit data

Created: Thursday 29 August 2019 Updated: Tuesday 15 December 2020 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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